Hot kitchen Commis (no accommodation)

Job Description – Hot Kitchen Commis

Position: Commis – Hot Kitchen
Department: Food Production / Kitchen
Reports To: Chef de Partie / Sous Chef / Executive Chef
Location: [Location]
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

The Hot Kitchen Commis is responsible for assisting in the preparation and cooking of hot food items according to established recipes, quality standards, and food safety guidelines. The role requires maintaining high standards of hygiene, consistency, and presentation while supporting the kitchen team during daily operations and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef de Partie and senior chefs with daily hot kitchen preparation and service.
• Prepare ingredients including vegetables, meats, seafood, sauces, stocks, gravies, and other mise en place.
• Cook hot food items according to recipes, portion standards, and required presentation.
• Ensure all food is prepared to the required quality, taste, temperature, and consistency.
• Maintain proper mise en place before and during service.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards at all times.
• Properly store, label, and rotate food items according to FIFO principles.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, kitchen equipment, and storage areas.
• Assist with receiving and checking food supplies when required.
• Minimize food wastage and use ingredients efficiently.
• Follow instructions from senior chefs and work effectively as part of the kitchen team.
• Support buffet, à la carte, banquet, or other kitchen operations as required.
• Report equipment issues, food shortages, and quality concerns to the supervisor.
• Maintain professional grooming and comply with company policies and kitchen procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen is preferred.
• Candidates with a culinary/hotel management qualification will be an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of hot kitchen cooking techniques and food preparation.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety practices.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Good teamwork, discipline, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, quality, and consistency.

Key Skills

• Hot food preparation
• Mise en place
• Basic cooking techniques
• Food hygiene and safety
• Knife handling
• Portion control
• Kitchen organization
• Teamwork and communication
• Time management
• Waste control

Performance Expectations

• Consistent food quality and presentation.
• Timely completion of mise en place and assigned tasks.
• Excellent kitchen hygiene and workstation cleanliness.
• Compliance with food safety and company standards.
• Effective teamwork and support during service.

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person